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4 th Annual Fundraising Dinner “BRINGING THE WORLD TOGETHER” FRIDAY, MARCH 27 th , 2015

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4th Annual Fundraising Dinner“BRINGING THE WORLD TOGETHER”

FRIDAY, MARCH 27th, 2015

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IHDN Purchases Used Ambulance From Lincoln Land Community College

Ambulance Arrives at IHDN Mission Hospital to the applause of Staff members!

June Agamah received the 2014 UIS Humanitarian Award on November 7th, 2014

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Dear friends,I would like to welcome you to our 4th “Bringing

The World Together” fundraising banquet . All of you have very busy lives, with several competing Friday night activities, but you chose to join us tonight. We thank you very much for being part of this celebration.

The goal of this year’s program is to report on our work in Ghana and raise funds towards the building of the nursing staff apartment of the IHDN Mission Hospital in Ghana. Our fundraising goal this year is $100,000.

Last year, we raised over $68,000, which was used to kick start this building. We are very thankful to all of you who supported us. I am pleased to inform you that the foundations for both the first and second floors of the building have been built and columns are being erected for the second floor. We will use the new funds to purchase more materials including cement, gravel, timber and roofing sheets.

We just completed our 26th mission trip to Ghana in February 2015. Since 1996, we have sponsored 282 volunteer visits to Ghana. This include 31 medical students and pre-medical students, who ended up going to medical school. Some of these are now doctors and pursing their career goal. Almost all the medical students have given great reviews for their experience in Ghana. They felt their experience allowed them to build their confidence before starting their residencies.

While in Ghana, we also got the opportunity to observe the growth of the work of IHDN Mission Hospital. In 2014, over 44,000 patients were treated at the hospital. Remarkably, this was accomplished on a shoe string budget. We now have a 75-member hospital staff. Tonight, we will be sharing the stories of 3 of the early founding members of IHDN, Ghana. They all came from humble beginnings and have now assumed leadership responsibilities of the IHDN Mission hospital.

We would like to thank all the volunteers, who worked for long hours to make this event a success. We thank all who sponsored tables and purchased advertisement. We thank all who contributed funds and material support. We also thank the Hope Church and the leadership for the ongoing support that IHDN has been receiving over the years. Enjoy the evening. May God richly bless you.In His service.Dr. Edem Agamah

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4th Annual “Bringing The World Together” Banquet Friday, March 27, 2015

5:30pm – 9:00pm5:30 pm Social Hour, Light Refreshments & Seating of Guests

Photography Kelly Fifield Lane, SO Magazine, Bryan Kidd6:00 pm Welcome/Opening Prayer

Mr. Steve Seiple Introduction of Master of Ceremonies Ms. Liz Eilers, Underwriting Director of WLUJ Radio Station Introduction of Musicians: The Embalabala Sisters Rebecca (Piano) / Alison (Viola)

6:05 pm Buffet Dinner (Tables Dismissed by number) Music by “Overcoming The Ashes” Cora (Cello), Matt (Guitar), Brian (Drums), Kristin (Vocals) “A Live Painting” by Immanuel Ahiable

7:10 pm Songs: He Is Jealous For Me; Higher Than The Mountains That I Face Annie McCaffrey

7:20pm Intermission: Please proceed to the Auditorium for the continuation of the program

7:30 pm IHDN Video: “Out of the Box Into His House” Dr. Edem Agamah 7:50 pm Keynote Address: “What is in Your Hand?”

Dr. John Mellinger, Chair, General Surgery, SIU School of Medicine 8:15pm Musical Selection

Rebecca Embalabala/Alison Embalabala8:30 pm Appeal for Funds

Liz Eilers, WLUJ Annie McCaffrey (Piano)

8:50 pm Vote of Thanks Lisa Carney, RN, MPH, Cancer Genetic Coordinator, CIHOC

9:00 pm Benediction David Johnson, Pastor of Development, Hope Evangelical Free Church

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DinnerTraditional Mixed Salad

served with Homemade VinaigretteGrilled Chicken Breast

Brown Beef StewFried Rice

Green BeansFried Plantain

Atsormor & Sugar PecansRolls & Butter

Iced Tea and Water

Thanks to Dessert SponsorsMr. Patrick Groth

Incredibly Delicious Open Monday to Saturday at 7:30 am

Lunch from 11;00 am to 2:30 pm925 S. 7th St. │Springfield, IL 62703 │ Phone: (217) 528-8548 │ Fax: (217) 528-7355

Email: [email protected]

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Liz Eilers, Master of Ceremonies

Liz Eilers is Underwriting Director for WLUJ Family of Stations. She brings her experience from WIBI/WTSG where she held the same position.

A native of Central Illinois, Liz is active in conservative politics on a local and statewide level, as well as at Hope Church. Elected to Precinct Committeeman for a third term, Liz has a passion for good government. She has served on the steering committee of the Illinois Center Right Coalition, on the Board of Directors of Springfield Right to Life for a number of years, and does public speaking/writing on the “Socio-economic Impact of Abortion in America”.

Liz has served on a number of campaigns for conservative leaders seeking office. Among them; Field Director for Jim Oberweis for US Senate, Jim Oberweis and Adam Andrzejewski for Governor, Field Directors for Congressman Bobby Schilling, and Senator Sam McCann, Illinois State Director for Herman Cain for President, Regional Coordinator for Rick Santorum, and other campaigns.

Missions are another passion of Liz’s. Having served as Home Team Coordinator for Dr. Ruth Mayforth; missionary to Kenya, and having served on a short term mission to Haiti herself, Liz has a heart of compassion for those whom God calls “The least of these.”

Liz raised 2 great kids (with God’s grace) and now enjoys her two grandchildren whom Liz claims are the cutest kids in the world.

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The Embalabala Sisters

Alison Embalabala

Alison Embalabala started to play the viola at the age of 12. She later participated in orchestra and chamber ensembles throughout her years in high school and college. In 2014 she graduated from Wheaton College, in Wheaton Illinois, with a B.S. in Biology. She is currently a researcher at SIU School of Medicine.

Rebecca Embalabala

Rebecca Embalabala started playing the piano at the age of 6. She was self- taught for 9 years, and started taking formal lessons at the age of 15. Since then she has participated in numerous solo competitions and enjoys performing with chamber ensembles. She is currently attending Lincoln Land Community College, where she is double majoring in Biology and Piano Performance. In the fall, she will be transferring to Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion Indiana.

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A Live Painting by Immanuel Ahiable

Immanuel Ahiable is a young artist who’s passion for creating and displaying his vision of a better world inspired and motivates him to work towards creating a better world.

He is currently a senior at Calvary Academy. Immanuel is in the process of launching several businesses, including: GCE Studio, Silver Light Product Design,and a few other brands. After 7th grade at Calvary, Immanuel went on a mission trip to Ghana, with IHDN mission team and voluntered in the Clinic. His experience in Ghana has inspired him to volunteer locally and around the US. Immanuel also loves Poetry. At the IHDN Fundraiser Banquet in 2013, Immanuel recited a poem “Sure Win” to standing ovation! He hopes to continue serving others, by using his God-given gifts and talets to the glory of God, for the rest of his life.

Immanuel will be donating his live painting, that he will be creating and displaying tonight, to the IHDN “Bring the World Together “ Fundraiser Banquet tonight for auction to the highest bidder!

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“Overcoming the Ashes”

Cora (cello), Matt (guitar), Brian (drums), Kristin (vocals)

Christian, Contemporary

Overcoming the Ashes was formed in early 2011. After 3 years of songwriting and a continually growing repertoire of original music, Matt Collins, songwriter and guitarist, felt it was time to develop something more substantial from the music he had written. With the support of his wife, Kristin Collins, vocals, he began pursuing avenues in which to find a lead vocalist; seeking someone who could bring life to the songs he had written. Dave Buchanan, a mutual friend of Matt and now lead vocalist DJ Shultz, eventually connected the two and the rest is history. Though a short history thus far, Overcoming the Ashes continues, and will continue, to write, record, and present music that addresses relevant topics for today and gives hope through the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

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Annie McCaffrey

Annie McCaffrey is an International Worship Leader, Teacher, Evangelist, and Activator. She is originally from Springfield, IL but now travels full-time. Her passion is to see The Kingdom of God come; to gather believers and see them activated in identity, worship, and revelation of the love of God. This year she has been ministering in France, Switzerland, England, and Germany; particularly focusing on the discipleship of Middle Eastern refugees in East Germany. She has spent the last 3 months leading worship in Jerusalem at the City of David House of Prayer. Annie has a unique view of “The Bride of Christ” coming forth from across the nations. Her songs and stories of faith will stir your heart to believe that the Kingdom of God has indeed come!

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John D. Mellinger, MD, Keynote Speaker

John D. Mellinger, MD, FACS, serves as the J. Roland Folse Endowed Chair in Surgery, Professor and Chair of General Surgery, and General Surgery Residency Program Director at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, IL. Dr. Mellinger received his MD from Case Western Reserve University. He completed residency training in general surgery followed by a fellowship in surgical endoscopy, and subsequently served in the United States Air Force. He has since then held faculty positions at Michigan State University and the Medical College of Georgia before coming to SIU.

His academic interests include surgical education, surgical endoscopy, gastrointestinal surgery, and international surgery. He is the immediate past president of the Association of Program Directors in Surgery (APDS), and serves on the advisory council for the Pan African Academy of Christian Surgeons (PAACS), as well as the Board of Governors of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES). He also serves as a Director on the American Board of Surgery. He has previously served as Academic Dean for the Commission on Medical and Dental Education of the Christian Medical and Dental Association (CMDA).

He is a member of numerous other surgical organizations. He has presented over one hundred national or international presentations and co-authored more than 80 scientific articles and more than 20 book chapters. Dr. Mellinger has received a number of teaching awards, including the Outstanding Teacher Award of the Association for Surgical Education (ASE), and the Educator of the Year Award of the CMDA. Dr. Mellinger is married to his wife of 31 years, Elaine, and has 4 children and 4 grandchildren.

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Dear Volunteers and Supporters,This is the 4th Annual “Bringing the World Together” Banquet. The main purpose of this year’s annual event, is to raise funds for the continued construction

of the IHDN Mission Hospital ‘s apartments for the IHDN Mission Hospital Nursing staff and to begin construction of the Women & Children’s Wards.

This year our goal is to raise $100,000. With all of us working together, we can accomplish a great deal , to the glory of God!

I’d like to give special thank you to all of the committee members present tonight and those who helped but could not make it tonight. Without you, this event would not be a success. It took over 100 of you to say ‘yes’ to a cause that many of you have embraced because you want to be involved in something bigger than yourself. You agreed to join us in making a difference in the lives of thousands of people. A great shout out to the following committees: Logistics/Coordinators; The Events Co-Chairs; The Solicitations Committee; Publicity/Advertising Committee; The Master of Ceremony, Liz Eilers; Steve Seiple & Pastor David Johnson for your prayers; Our Keynote Speaker, Dr. John Mellinger; The Embalabala Sisters on Piano/Viola; members of the band, ‘Overcoming the Ashes’; Annie Mc Caffrey on piano and vocals. Thanks to the talented, Immanuel for his Live Painting; our master Chef, Mrs. Hilda Elie Ahiable, and Incredibly Delicious! Thanks to our wonderful helpers & Servers who sacrifice their Friday night to join us; The Technical Support guys, Ray Tolley, Francis Jallah, and Aaron Harvard; the Videographer, Kevin Slater; the Photographers: S.O. Magazine’s Kelly F.Lane, Mr. Bryan Kidd and Mrs. Tana Elder, the Script Reader; those who helped with Reservation/Registration. Many special thanks to Mr. Scott Bowers, of Dynagraphics, Inc. for printing of the invitations and programs; and of course those who helped with setting up and those who will help with cleaning up afterwards. A big hand to members of the Decorating Team, who worked to make this gym a beautiful, African oasis! Thanks to all those who could not be here and have supported us financially and by prayers.

Additional thanks to Central IL Hematology/Onc. Center (CIHOC); Cancer Care Specialists of Central IL. Decatur, IL.; FELC of Decatur, IL; David O. Edwards Attorney , Edwards Group LLC; Dr Groesch & Dr. PLongos OrthDontics Group; UCBbank; KTECH Video Production; The Farm; United Thru God (UTG); MJ Kellner, Healthcare Professionals Management Consulting; LLC, Vinyl Doctor of Springfield, Inc.; Busey Bank of Decatur; Good Deal Thrift Store; Flora Gems, Decatur, ShellyBerendt, AlignLife Chiropractic.

Thanks to those who prayed for the smooth running of this event; and of course to Hope Church for allowing us to use this wonderful facility. We thank all of our many supporters for making this event a success!

Sincerely, June Agamah, MPH

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LOGISTICS COORDINATOR June Agamah, MPH

COMMITTEE Edem & June Agamah, David Miller, David & Tana Elder, Bob Lackie, Jill Kennedy-Broughton, Susan Wade, Sarah Agamah, Cheryl Boyer, Liz Eilers, Wendee Sutyak, Gail & Eric Adamski, Judith Greenhalgh, Andy & Emily Graber, Lin Vautrain, Duane & Rita Young, Joshua Allotey, Ocheng Jany, Gisele Kamgaing, Francis & Munah Jallah, Pam Bone, Vivienne Dawkins, Ray Tolley, Kevin Slater, Linda Kelly.

SOLICITATION June Agamah, Tana Elder, Judith Greenhalgh, Susan Wade, Julie Embalabala

ADVERTISING/PUBLICITY WLUJ- Liz Eilers, Dr. Agamah’s interview with State Journal Registrar, Rachel Eastvold and Beth Funk at Hope Church Podium & Table in Church Foyer

MASTER of CEREMONY Ms. Liz Eilers

PHOTOGRAPHERSS.O. Magazine- Kelly Fifield Lane; Mr. Bryan Kidd

DESIGNING OF PROGRAMJune Agamah

VIDEOGRAPHER SCRIPT READER Kevin Slater Tana Elder

MUSIC/ENTERTAINMENT Ms. Rebecca Embalabala (Piano), Ms. Alison Embalabala (Viola),

Mr. Matt Collins (Guitar), Mrs. Cora Johnson (Cello), Brian (Drums), Mrs. Kristin Collins (Vocals)

Mr. Immanuel Ahiable-“A Live Painting”

Ms. Annie McCaffrey (Piano)-“He Loves Us” by John Mark McMillan; “One Thing Remains”

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KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Dr. John Mellinger

PUBLICATIONS Interviews for State Journal Registrar Article: Dr. Edem & June Agamah, Nancy Rice, Stephanie Gadboise, Pastor Dave Johnson & Bryan Kidd. WLUJ - Liz Eilers

Chanel 20 Interview: June Agamah

FOOD PREPARATION Hilda Elie Ahiable, Tana Elder, Emma Ahiable, Jenny McCann, Judith Greenhalgh, Gisele Kamgaing, Amy Gelber, Norma Mehra, Doretta Crawford, Cheryl Boyer, Eric Adamski, Emily Graber, Cara Tabatabai, Dr. Edem Agamah, June Agamah, Julia Zavelsky, Lela Reeves, Julie Embalabala, Carol Funk, Tammy Fidler, Jan Howey, Shirley Akwafo, Munah Jallah, Juanita Daniels, Tsige.

SERVERS FOR FOOD (Dressed in white Top and black Bottom) Sarah Agamah, Samantha Elder, Lin Vautrain, Tyler Graber, Sona Fokum, Nubia Fokum, Munah Jallah, Munah Henderson, Kelly Adamski, Bob Lackie, Lucy Lackie, April Pattie, Michaela Pattie, Marrisa Pattie, Alex Gelber, Laura Henkle, Deborah Zoigas, Mary Embalabala, Alexis Meridith, Zoe Fidler, Garret Fidler, Michael Silas, Joshua Silas, Ayla Satchivi, Brooke Batterson, Ellen Pijffers, Even Kuhn, Eric Wise.

SERVERS AT BUFFET Eric & Gail Adamski, Gary & Laura Clark, Bob & Monica Havard, Bob & Lucy Lackie, Jim & Dianne Pickett, Duane & Rita Young.

PUNCH Ms. Vivienne Dawkins

RESERVATIONS/REGISTRATION Lin Vautrain, Joshua Allotey, Laura Henkle, Roberta Volkmann, Pam Bone, Judith Greenhalgh

DECORATIONS Gail Adamski, Wendee Sutyak, Vivienne Dawkins, Gary & Laura Clark, Liz Eilers, Jill Kennedy-Broughton, Sarah Agamah, Linda Kelly, Jackie Dawkins, Molly Hasset.

FOLDING of NAPKINS: Wendee Sutyak and Liz Eilers

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TECHNICAL SUPPORT Mr. Ray Tolley, Francis M. Jallah, David Adamski

SET UP & TEAR DOWN IN THE GYM David Miller, Joshua Allotey, Jany Ocheng, Bob Lackie, Linda Ketchum, Eric & Gail Adamski, Andy & Emily Graber, Steve Seiple, Pastor Brian Mills, Gary & Laura Clark, Jim & Dianne Picket, Bob & Monica Havard, Bob & Carol Funk, Kwabena Adomako, Pam & Bill Bone, Jerry Strode, Ben Strode, David Adamski, Pastor Dave, Sharon Johnson, Alex Johnson, Jerry & Pauline Halm, Jill Kennedy-Broughton, John Frintz, Brad Cramer, Linda Kelly, Liz Eilers, Jan Howey, Ray Tolley, Francis Jallah, Valarie Idusuyi, Emmanuel Akwafo, Juanita Daniels, Nelson & Dede Agbodo, Greg Zessin, Billy & Connie McGee, Ben & Frida Fokum, Barb & Doug Dockter, Jan Piland.

CLEAN UP IN KITCHEN AFTER EVENT Arizona Phillips, Verla McCormick, Susan Tolley, Judith Greenhalgh, Linda Ketchum, Ben & Frida Fokum, Norma Mehra, Francis & Munah Jallah, Cheryl Boyer, Liz Eilers, Bob & Monica Havard, Edem & June Agamah, Jany Ocheng, Bob & Carol Funk.

TABLE SPONSORS Dr. Edem & June Agamah, Letitia Dewith-Anderson, Dr. Bob Bussing, David & Tana Elder, Steve Elder, Ghana Assoc. of Central. IL.(GACI), Andy & Emily Graber, Dr. Joseph Henkle, Mrs. Julie Krehbiel, Dr. Victor & Joyce Lanzotti, Dr. John & Elaine Mellinger, David Miller, Tim & Nancy Rice, Africa Vision, Dr. James & Susan Wade.

GOLD SPONOR(S) Scott Bowers – Dynagraphics, Dr Karen Heolzer, Bob & Lucy Lackie.

SILVER SPONSOR(S) Dr Gary & Kim Dunnington, Dr John & Wendee Sutyak, Dr Jim & Lori Wynstra, David & Tana Elder, Dr Victor & Joyce Lanzotti.

BRONZE SPONSOR(S) Dennis & Paulette Adams, David & Danielle Anderson, David & Karen Barber, Dr.Donald & Jean Hartman, Fred & Margaret Ann Jessup, Jim & Dianne Pickett, The Community Foundation of Macon County

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Arial View Of The IHDN Mission Hospital

Impatient Ward

IHDN Board Members – USA Sub Committee Members - USA

Dr. Edem Agamah – President Mrs. June Agamah

Mr. Tim Rice - Secretary Mrs. Nancy Rice

Mrs. Sue M. Coffee – Treasurer Mr. Peter Embalabala,

Mr. David Miller Ms. Erica Timmerman

Mr. David Anderson

Dr. Mokenge Malafa

IHDN Board Members – Ghana

Mr. Benjamin Agamah – President

Mr. Kojo Hohoabu – Secretary

Mr. Cephas Agbelie - Treasurer

Mr. Herbert Mensah

Mr. Nelson Agbesi

Ms. Emma Hammond

Dr. Randy Sepenu

Dr. Edem Agamah

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IHDN Mission Activities Year in Review By June Agamah, MPH

The year 2014, has been a successful one for IHDN activities. We thank God for His provisions; financially, answered prayers and for friends and family who came along side us to do the physical work that accompanies this kind of effort. Please join us as we reflect on last year’s blessings!

IHDN undertook 24th Mission Trip to Ghana

Dr. Agamah led a 16-member team to Ghana from January 30 to February 27, 2014.

There were two teams. Team A (January 30-February 13, 2014) was comprised of one SIU School of Medicine surgeon, a Surgical Resident, one Internist, three Medical Assistants and one Interior Decorator.

Team B (January 30-February 15, 2014) members were all Final Year Medical Students. Five students were from SIU School of Medicine and have since graduated as doctors. Three of the students were from Rush University Medical College and they too have become doctors! We thank God for allowing them to partner with us to serve hundreds of patients while working and training under the tutelage of other Ghanaian doctors/surgeons at the IHDN Medical Hospital!

3rd IHDN Fundraising Banquet

On March 28th, 2014, we held our 3rd Annual Bringing The World Together” Fundraiser Banquet. Our goal was to reach $100,000. to help with construction of Staff Apartments for the workers at IHDN Mission Hospital. We had live entertainment, Ghanaian Cuisine, video presentation and a dynamic speaker. About 300 guests attended and even though we did not reach our goal, it was a great success.

Construction on Staff Apartment Continues

In April 2014, we broke ground to begin construction of the 24-unit Staff Apartment Complex and this is ongoing. Thus far, we’ve spent over $162,000. on this project and we are fervently praying for God to move on the hearts of His people to provide the resources to complete what will be an estimated cost of between $600,000 and $800,000. We are looking for volunteer construction workers who would like to come join us on our next trip to Ghana. We encourage those who cannot go, to send in their end-of-year donations. We appreciate your continued support for this venture.

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Commissioning of Incinerator

June 24, 2014, Dr. Agamah two of the Agamah ladies (Aseye & Miriam) and the staff of the IHDN Mission Hospital and friends, gathered for a commission ceremony to begin operating a new Incinerator to be used by the hospital. This was an important step in improving the environmental sanitation of the hospital site.

Meanwhile, the Agamah ladies filled in the gap, working long hours in the IHDN Mission Hospital Office, assisting the Staff as they deal with the absence of Mr. Bogah Kudah, who was involved in a motor bike accident. By God’s grace he has recovered and is back to work.

IHDN Undertook 25th Mission Trip to Ghana

Last year, our Summer mission trip to Ghana came later than any other year. We had a busy year with new developments on the construction of the IHDN Mission Hospital.

Dr. Agamah led a nine-member IHDN mission team to Ghana on Thursday, August 7th to Friday, August 22nd, 2014. Last year’s team was international; with two (2) members from Barbados, two (2) from Chicago, one (1) member from Jamaica, one (1) from Guyana, South America and three (3) from Springfield, IL.

On Friday, August 22nd, 2014, the IHDN 9-member Mission team returned safely from Ghana. The team was grateful for all the prayers and encouragement extended on their journey of faith.

The team hosted a three day seminar on Conflict Resolution and Business Development to a number of excited business men and women. Dr. Agamah and two of the nurses did Nursing In-Service training for the hospital staff. Some team members did a feasibility study of an Elementary School that is in danger of closing.

Many patients were seen and treated at the IHDN Mission Hospital and a number of surgeries were performed. The team visited the Slave Castle in Keta, and spent time visiting with individual business owners. Construction continued on the Staff apartments.

Please continue to pray for good health and continued vigilance for the workers and staff as they continue to serve the people of the Volta Region of Ghana.

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IHDN Purchases an Ambulance for Mission Hospital in Ghana In October, 2014, we procured a 1996 Ford Cutaway Van E350 Ambulance for $1,700. This ambulance is being shipped to Ghana to help transport sick patients to and from the IHDN Mission Hospital. The present transportation condition for patients is less than ideal. Patients are often carried on people’s backs, transported to the hospital via motor bikes, or taxi. Since the body of the ambulance is wider than the container, we had to ship it separately at a cost of $5,000. We are thankful that we received $1,700. donations to help with the purchase of the ambulance and another $1,000. was received to help defray the cost of shipment to Ghana.

Shipment of 40ft Container to Ghana

We give thanks to the Lord for His provisions! On December 18th, 2014, we shipped a 40ft container to Ghana.

Thanks to all our volunteers who came to our home, and the warehouse to help with the sorting and packing. We had 2 hours to pack it full of beds, Mattresses, sheets, computers, adult gowns, medical supplies, children’s books, school desks, etc.

The 40 ft container is bound for Ghana, West Africa. Please pray for traveling mercies for the shipment to arrive safely.

Award Recognition for our work with IHDN

On November 7th 2014, Mrs. June Agamah received the 2014 Humanitarian Award from University of Illinois. This award was given at the Annual Alumni Gala , held at the Abraham Lincoln Memorial Museum in Springfield.

On that very day, Dr. Edem Agamah received the 2014 Volunteerism and Community Service Award from The American College of Physicians-Illinois Chapter. Dr. Agamah graciously chose not to go to Champaign but instead supported June in her recognition for her award. We are both honored an thankful for the encouragement and support given to us over these years!

IHDN Undertakes 26th Mission Trip to Ghana

Dr. Agamah led a 7-member Mission team to Ghana from January 29-February 28th, 2015. This diverse group continued medical care, provide leadership and training of local pastors, Family Health Nursing training, and tropical medicine training of medical students from SIU School of Medicine & Rush Medical College, Chicago.

Thank you for your ongoing support and may God bless you and your family this New Year, 2015!

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Front view of IHDN Mission Outpatient Hospital, opened in June 2008

Rear view of IHDN Mission Hospital In-patient Wards, opened in 2013

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"We always thank God for all of you, mentioning you in our prayers.

We continually remember before

our God and Father your work

produced by faith, your labor

prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in

our Lord Jesus Christ."

1 Thessalonians 1:2-3

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3220 N. Woodford • Decatur, IL 62526

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The Nam e that Says I t All Open Monday to Saturday at 7 :3 0 am

Lunch from 1 1 :0 0 am to 2 :3 0 pm

9 2 5 S. 7 th St . │Springfield, I L 6 2 7 0 3

Phone: ( 2 1 7 ) 5 2 8 - 8 5 4 8 │Fax: ( 2 1 7 ) 5 2 8 - 7 3 5 5

Em ail: [email protected]

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Congratulations To IHDN for another year of significant

achievements at the Weta Hospital

in Ghana

500 International Park

Springfield, IL 62711

217-483-1700

217-483-1793 Fax

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101 N. Water, P.O. Box 1457Decatur, Illinois 62525Phone 217-429-4111

Fax 217-429-4117www.floragems.com

[email protected] W. FLORAOWNER

under construction, 2014 under construction, 2015

IHDN Staff Apartment Building

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